Global Guide 2026 : USA
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Sidley Austin's team is renowned for its ability to provide counsel on the formation of funds across an array of sectors, including mining, aviation and energy. The group also boasts strong cross-border capabilities. The practitioners have notable experience of assisting on the formation of secondary and buyout funds.
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Sidley Austin represented American Family Mutual Insurance Company on the closing of its USD450 million flagship fund.
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The team has wide and varied expertise and can always provide an expert to assist with specific questions.
They offer specialized knowledge and expertise, with a worldwide footprint.
They go above and beyond on a regular basis, are highly efficient at drafting documents and document extremely complex issues in a clear and concise format.
They have a deep understanding of the market and common practices and an excellent practical ability to distinguish between normal and off-market or unusual terms.
It is a great law firm. They are very knowledgeable, bring interesting solutions to bear and navigate interesting problems. I'd recommend them to others.
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Michael Sabin is routinely called upon to advise sponsors on the structuring of sector-focused and direct lending funds.
Michael is extremely knowledgeable, dedicated and well versed in industry standards and ongoing market conditions. He provides relevant advice and thinks three steps ahead to anticipate our needs.
His in-depth knowledge of this space is very good and he is technically incredibly sound. He is a very safe pair of hands.
Brad Meissen has a burgeoning practice representing private fund sponsors in fund formation.
Brad is a subject matter expert, is very creative and comfortable negotiating on our behalf.
He is great, very thoughtful and an excellent drafter. He has a lot of practical advice and a good sense of where the market is headed.
Brad is very efficient.
Daniel Drabkin garners recognition for his representation of sponsors within private equity, particularly with regards to fund formation and alternative investment funds.
He is commercially astute and has good legal rigor.
Daniel is a shining star and we appreciate his thoughtful approach on complex matters.
Daniel provides high quality service throughout and he stands out for being very considered and making sense of complex matters quickly. He consistently does an excellent job.
Daniel is great. He is very client friendly, super intuitive and executes work seamlessly.
Private Equity: Fund Formation
Private Equity: Fund Formation
Private Equity: Fund Formation
USA 2026
Practice area: Private Equity: Fund Formation
Location: USA - Nationwide
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